Ben Nelson

“Drafting and racing are both about focus, flow, and the finish line.”

You could say architecture runs in Ben’s blood. Growing up, he watched his grandfather design homes and his cousins bring them to life, sparking an early fascination with how ideas become buildings. More than two decades later, that sense of wonder still drives him. As a BIM Technician, Ben finds satisfaction in the details, seeing a concept evolve from a sketch into a structure that people can experience and enjoy.

With 27 years in the industry, Ben has seen technology transform the way teams collaborate. He values how design has become more integrated and inclusive, with roles overlapping and ideas flowing more freely across disciplines. For him, that cohesion is what makes each project stronger.

Outside of work, Ben is fueled by curiosity and a love for adventure. Travel has opened his eyes to new cultures and perspectives, especially a recent trip to Colombia that he describes as life-changing. When he’s home, you’ll likely find him at the racetrack or tuning in to his favorite auto races, still chasing that same mix of focus, speed, and precision that first drew him to design.